Yale University Press Podcast

Curator Lisa Volpe explores the transformative journey of photographers Robert Frank and Todd Webb through America in 1955. A comparison of their shoe choices debunks myths surrounding them. The Guggenheim applications reveal the complexity of American myth-making and the photographers themselves. The unrecognized contribution of Todd Webb in the history of photography is discussed. Webb and Frank express their discontent about consumerism and commercialism in America.

Sociologist Michael Mann discusses his book 'On Wars' and examines the long-run history of war. He explores the nature of war, drivers of conflict, and challenges the belief that democratic societies are less likely to engage in wars. The podcast also delves into the ongoing interstate war in Ukraine, exploring motivations and impact on the Ukrainian population. Additionally, insights are provided on the mechanisms of war and the lack of information on casualty rates among indigenous communities.

In this episode of the Yale University Press Podcast, we talk with Sarah Ruden, author of Vergil: The Poet’s Life (Ancient Lives Series).

In Conversation with Susan Brown and Alexa Griffith Winton.

In this episode of the Yale University Press Podcast, we talk with renowned physicist Piero Martin about his new book, The Seven Measures of the World.”

In this episode of the Yale University Press Podcast, we talk with Jean Pfaelzer, author of California, a Slave State. California, a Slave State is a survey of the untold history of slavery and resistance in California, from the Spanish missions, indentured Native American ranch hands, Indian boarding schools, Black miners, kidnapped Chinese prostitutes, and convict laborers to victims of modern trafficking.

The two distinguished historians and critics of architecture compare the approaches they take in their new books.

A Conversation with Kelly Grovier about his new book, The Art of Colour.

A Conversation with artist Natalie Frank and translator Jack Zipes

In this episode of the Yale University Press podcast, we talk with Sean M. Kelley about his new book, American Slavers: Merchants, Mariners, and the Transatlantic Commerce in Captives, 1644-1865.